Transaction overview
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of our latest transaction, advising MurphyCobb & Associates (MCA) on its growth investment from YFM Equity Partners. This strategic backing reinforces MCA’s global presence and supports its continued expansion in production consultancy, AI-driven marketing operations, and sustainability initiatives.
The investment strengthens MCA’s ability to deliver data-led, efficient, and sustainable marketing production solutions for leading global brands, while MCA will continue to operate under its existing brand.
About Murphy Cobb & Associates
Founded in 2006, MCA is a global consultancy specialising in advertising production. With clients across FMCG, retail, automotive, and beauty, MCA helps brands optimise production strategy, enhance efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. Its proprietary ‘Control Room’ platform powers data-led decision-making across 38 countries with a fully remote global team.
About YFM Equity Partners
YFM Equity Partners is private equity firm that invests between £3m and £15m in fast-growing UK businesses. With offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Reading, and Birmingham, and over 40 years of experience, YFM manages over £750 million in funds and supports ambitious teams across a range of sectors.
Ciesco’s role
Ciesco was the exclusive sell-side adviser for MurphyCobb & Associates and its shareholders and was selected based on its specialist expertise in the market vertical, and strong network of senior-level buyer and investor relationships. The Ciesco team led the transaction from start to finish, generating an exceptionally strong level of interest and led the deal to completion with UK-based private firm, YFM Equity Partners.
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“We selected Ciesco for their extensive experience in our sector, and unique blend of industry practitioners and specialist investment bankers. Their deep sector expertise, combined with a strong network across the marketing and investment landscape, enabled them to run a highly competitive process. Ciesco provided us with a dedicated, hardworking team and consistent senior-level support throughout the M&A journey. It was encouraging to see such strong interest in our business, and in YFM, we have found a partner with the firepower and resources to supercharge our next phase of growth.”
“We are delighted to have advised MCA and its shareholders on this landmark transaction. MCA are leading the way in helping global brands navigate the fast-changing content production industry and is generating significant value for marketers. Through their new partnership with YFM, MCA will have the additional firepower to supercharge its already impressive growth. This is a great outcome for MCA’s management team, its employees and its clients.”